DULUTH, Ga. – A violent suspect, wanted for two random attacks that resulted in injuries in Duluth, has been apprehended by the local police. The incidents occurred on the same day and in the same vicinity before the suspect escaped from a shopping center, leaving chaos in his wake.
According to authorities, the first victim, a 16-year-old leaving a Kroger along Peachtree Industrial Boulevard and Pleasant Hill Road, reported being punched in the face by a stranger, resulting in bloodied injuries around 4 p.m. The victim described feeling disoriented by the sudden attack and the profuse bleeding obscuring his vision.
The violence continued when, about an hour later, the same suspect ruthlessly assaulted a man working at a car wash located at a nearby Shell gas station. The brutal attack inflicted severe harm on the victim, leaving him with a broken back. The severity of the injuries prompted immediate police action to track down the assailant.
In an effort to identify the suspect, authorities released video footage of the assaults. Following a swift investigation, the police confirmed the arrest of 37-year-old Warren Crayton on charges of aggravated assault. Despite the arrest, the motive behind Crayton’s violent outbursts remains unclear at this time.
In addition to the recent charges, it was revealed that this was not Crayton’s first encounter with the law. Previous reports highlighted felony charges against him in a separate incident where threatening texts referencing bombs, terrorists, and ISIS were sent. As the case develops, Gwinnett County court records indicate an ongoing legal process regarding the terroristic threats attributed to Crayton.
The arrest of Crayton serves as a reminder of the complexities in addressing and preventing acts of violence in the community. As investigations continue and more details surface, local residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to law enforcement. The swift action of the authorities in this case demonstrates their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all individuals within the community.